Are you a fan of the substance known as Guacamole? If so, then today is your day for today is Guacamole Day. If you are not aware, guacamole is made from a special kind of fruit known as an avocado which grows in Mexico and Central America. Fun fact, they are chock full of Vitamin K and Vitamin B.

Guacamole can actually be dated all the way back to the time of the Aztecs, believe it or not. Studies have found that the guacamole dip received its name from an Aztec dialect Nahuatl, which means guacamole sauce. So now that you are aware of today’s holiday, how to plan on spending it? Are you going to go buy some and enjoy it? Are you planning on creating your own guacamole to celebrate Guacamole Day?

While buying it is the easier method, making your own can be just as rewarding. If you are unsure on how to make guacamole, then you can find a recipe for a delicious homemade guacamole dip here. Did you know that September 15th was National Burger Day? Were you able to celebrate it? If not, then why not do a late celebration of Burger Day and combine it with Guacamole Day and make a guacamole burger? You can find a recipe for such a meal right here.

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However you choose to celebrate the holiday is entirely up to you. If you are not a fan of guacamole then perhaps this just is not the holiday for you. Worry not, though. There are more fun holidays coming up and all you need to do is wait for the right one. Whether you celebrate today or not, Happy Guacamole Day!

 

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